Get ready for a swamp-tastic theatrical adventure with Shrek The Musical KIDS! In just "72 hours" of rehearsal, students in Grades 3–6 will bring this hilarious, heartwarming musical to life in a fast-paced, collaborative challenge. This 30-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially designed for young performers, making it an exciting and accessible experience for all.

When a grumpy ogre named Shrek finds his quiet swamp overrun by banished fairytale creatures, he sets off on an unexpected journey to reclaim his home. Along the way, Shrek teams up with a talkative Donkey, rescues the feisty Princess Fiona, and discovers that true friendship - and true beauty - come from embracing who you are. Packed with catchy songs, larger-than-life characters, and energetic choreography, this feel-good musical celebrates individuality, kindness, and confidence.

Join us for four days of creativity, teamwork, and laughter as students dive into every aspect of the show—learning songs, choreography, and character while working together as an ensemble. The final performance of Shrek The Musical KIDS is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its humor, heart, and happily-ever-after.

This program runs Tuesday-Friday of April break from 8:30a-2:30p. The final performance will be at 2:30p on Friday in our large rehearsal room. 

All registered students are guaranteed a role in the production.

Calling all students in grades 7–12. We’re doing it again! Join our ranks as the Young Company embarks on another epic (and speedy) journey to stage a musical in just 24 hours! For this event, students and staff will work as a collaborative, creative team to stage, costume, and tech an entire production that will be performed for the public. The countdown will begin at 4:00pm on Friday, May 1st ending with a performance on May 2nd! 

Travel back to the Renaissance for an hour of musical comedy gold in Something Rotten! JR. In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Education Department at education@greaterbostonstage.org.

Young Company’s Broadway Bootcamp is a high-energy, 4-day intensive program designed to give students the skills and confidence they need to shine in auditions. Participants will receive personalized audition preparation and take part in exclusive masterclasses led by industry professionals/Summer Festival staff and special guest artists.

This program is broken up into two sessions: Morning for students in Acts 1 & 2 (grades 4-7), and Afternoon for students in Acts 2 & 3 (grades 7-12). 

If you are looking to nail your next audition and elevate your craft, Broadway Bootcamp is the program for you!

The Young Company Summer Festival is an 5-week long program where students rehearse and perform a fully produced musical, while growing their artistry and building life-long friendships! 

Students in Act 3 (entering grades 10-12, & '26 HS grads) will be placed in one of 2 musical titles: Footloose the Musical and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Every registered student is guaranteed a role in a production.

When registering you will be asked to select the tiered pricing that best works for your family. For more information about our tuition and our program as a whole, please visit our website.

The Young Company Overture program is an 2-week long program where students work on an original short musical filled with acting, singing and dancing, culminating in an informal sharing-style performance on the final Friday afternoon. Don’t miss out on a summer filled with fun, new friendships, and unforgettable adventures!

When registering you will be asked to select the tiered pricing that best works for your family. For more information about our tuition and our program as a whole, please visit our website.

This deposit is for familes interested in applying for financial aid for our Summer Festival program.

Each year, Greater Boston Stage Company’s generous donors contribute to our Fund-A-Need program, which supports financial aid for students in The Young Company. The priority Financial Aid application deadline is January 15. Secondary Financial Aid application deadline is March 15.

Should the deposit be a barrier to registering, please contact the Education Department at education@greaterbostonstage.org.

For more information on how our financial aid program works, please visit our website.

Students in Overture, Act, and Act 2 may enroll in pir Extended Day program on a weekly basis. Extended day will run from July 6- August 6 MOnday to Thursday, for pickup as late as 4:30pm at Greater Boston Stage Company in Stoneham.

The Young Company Summer Festival is an 5-week long program where students rehearse and perform a fully produced musical, while growing their artistry and building life-long friendships! 

Students in Act 1 (entering grades 4-6) will be placed in one of 2 musical titles: The Little Mermaid Jr (Act 1 only) or Singin' in the Rain Jr (combined Act 1&2). Every registered student is guaranteed a role in a production.

When registering you will be asked to select the tiered pricing that best works for your family. For more information about our tuition and our program as a whole, please visit our website.